Canvas Print : Canteen in Blandford
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Canteen in Blandford
The inside of a canteen in Blandford, Dorset, where women volunteers are dishing out food and tea to the troops.
1940
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Media ID 14405510
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
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30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Canvas Print of 'Canteen in Blandford' by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image takes you to the heart of the war effort, showcasing the selfless work of women volunteers in a canteen in Blandford, Dorset, serving food and tea to the brave troops in 1940. Bring this piece of history into your home and add a touch of nostalgia and character to your décor with our high-quality Canvas Prints, expertly printed on heavy-duty canvas material for an authentic and vibrant finish.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the spirit of selfless service and camaraderie during wartime England, as women volunteers diligently dish out food and tea to weary troops at a canteen in the quaint town of Blandford, Dorset, in 1940. The Second World War had brought about a significant shift in societal roles, with the Women's Voluntary Services (WVS) and other organizations stepping up to support the war effort on the home front. The soldiers, billeted in the town, were far from their homes and families, and the simple pleasures of a hot meal and a cup of tea were a welcome respite from the harsh realities of war. The volunteers, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, work tirelessly to ensure that each soldier is served with a smile and a kind word. The warm, inviting atmosphere of the canteen is a testament to the enduring power of community and the human spirit in the face of adversity. The canteen, with its rustic wooden tables and chairs, is adorned with red and white checkered tablecloths, adding a touch of homeliness to the space. The volunteers move efficiently around the room, their faces a mix of determination and compassion as they serve the troops. The soldiers, for their part, seem grateful for the small comforts, their expressions reflecting a mix of relief and appreciation. This poignant image serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by both the military personnel and the civilians during the war, and the vital role that the home front played in maintaining morale and supporting the troops. The canteen in Blandford, Dorset, was just one of many such establishments that played a crucial role in the war effort, providing sustenance and comfort to the troops and demonstrating the indomitable spirit of the British people during a time of great upheaval.
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